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Operating Instructions incl. Declaration of Conformity Total Pressure Gauge Controller TPG 300 BG 805 970 BE (0306)
We reserve the right to make technical changes without prior notice. All dimensions in mm. Intended Use Depending on the options chosen, the TPG 300 can measure total pressure from atmosphere to 10 mbar. It can trigger a number of pressure-dependent functions to control and monitor vacuum devices and processes.
All work described in this document may only be car- ried out by persons who have suitable technical train- ing and the necessary experience or who have been instructed by the end-user of the product. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Communicate the safety instructions to all other users. 1.4 Liability and Pfeiffer Vacuum assumes no liability and the warranty becomes null and void if the end-user or third parties Warranty • disregard the information in this document •...
1.5 Further Symbols ... please contact your local Pfeiffer Vacuum service center. Important Notice Note Special information on cost-effective use. < … > Labeling « … » Display, response » … « Operating mode, effect Waiting time, reaction time, duration of test →...
2 System Overview 2.1 Basic Unit TPG 300, Technical Data → A list of all plug-in boards suited for the TPG 300 can be found on For detailed information on the plug-in boards → [1]. 2.2 Measurement Two slots (A and B) at the back of the TPG 300 can accommodate up to two measurement boards.
Plug-In Boards Power supply Measuring boards Interface and relay board RS232C RS232C RS422 Profibus-DP Interface Interface Interface Interface and Relays and Relays and Relays and Relays IF 300A IF 300B IF 300C IF 300P BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
+40 °C Indoors only, height up to 2000 m Pollution degree Degree of protection IP20 Measurement boards 2 (slot A and B) Slots for Plug-In Boards Interface and relay boards 1 (slot C) BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Measurement rate 100 / s Display rate 5 / s Filter time constant fast (FI 1) ≈ 16 ms normal (FI 2) ≈160 ms slow(FI 3) ≈ 1.6 s Measurement unit mbar, Torr, Pa BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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1 2 3 4 A B Torr sensor set point step funct group sensor off sensor on set up Installation Modes Rack mounted, panel mounted or bench top. Weight 1.35 kg (without plug-in boards) BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Install rack chassis adapter in rack cabinet and slide Installation in a TPG 300 into the adapter. Secure TPG 300 with the Height 3 U Rack screws supplied with it. Chassis Adapter M2.5 Height 3U The temperature inside the rack must not exeed the maximum admissible temperature (→...
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M2.5 ... M3 or ø3 ... 3.5 For reducing the mechanical strain on the front panel, preferably support the unit. Slide the TPG 300 into the cut-out of the control panel and secure it with four M2.5 … M3 (or equivalent) screws.
4.1.3 Use as Desk-Top The TPG 300 is also suited for use as desk-top unit. For Unit this purpose, a conversion kit is available (→ 71). Desk-Top Conversion Push the eight press nuts supplied with the kit into the appropriate holes in the side panels.
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Fit slotted Cover and secure it with the screws supplied. Mount folding stands and rubber feet onto angle profiles. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Turn over the TPG 300 and fix both angle profiles to the TPG 300 side panels as shown. Used as a desk top unit, the temperature inside the cabinet must not exceed the maximum ad- missible temperature due to the influence of external heat sources (→...
DANGER No mains line fuse The TPG 300 has no fuses accessible by the end user. The line power socket for the TPG 300 has to be fused with max. 10 A. DANGER Grounding screw for internal protective ground...
Use only a 3-conductor cable with protective ground. If the TPG 300 is installed in a rack cabinet, the use of a switched mains distributor is strongly recommended. 4.3 Installing/Removing...
4.4 Connecting Electrical connections of gauges, analog signals, relays contacts etc. depend on the plug-in boards used and are plug-in boards described in [1] in detail. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Bar graph display Change to (linear mantissa indication) »set up« mode Operation prompt for combined keys Status Messages Status messages will be shown on the display instead of the measured value (→ 28, 55). BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Switching TPG 300 On The mains power switch is located on the back panel of the unit. To switch the TPG 300 on, operate the mains power switch (or the centrally switched mains power distributor in case of installation into a rack).
[1]. Validity of If you intend to use the measurement results for control Displayed Data functions, allow for the time constants of the TPG 300, the gauges, possible ignition delays etc., until valid → measurements are displayed ( [1], [5] … [7]).
5.4 Operating Modes The TPG 300 has three operating modes: • »sensor« Pressure measurement (→ Selection of the measuring circuit (→ Switching gauges on/off (→ • »set point« Display of the switching function parameters (→ • »set up« Display of the unit parameters (→...
0 ... 9 Unlocked 5.5 Operating Mode The »sensor« operating mode is the standard mode of the TPG 300, showing measurement value, status in- »sensor« formation or a plug-in board identification on the display. The TPG 300 is in »sensor« mode …...
Quitting the »sensor« mode … • Switch the mains power switch of the TPG 300 off • Push the <set point> key (change to <set point> mode) • Push the <set point> keys simultaneously and enter code, if required (change to »set up« mode).
Range Violation sponding measuring circuit is selected. If the cold cathode measuring circuit is controlled by another measuring circuit, the display changes over automatically. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Measuring Circuit cally changes over … Switchover • When the measured value drops below the lower threshold • When the measured value exceeds the upper threshold. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
The Switching The TPG 300 has six switching functions (1, 2, 3, 4, A, Functions B) with two adustable thresholds each. The status of each switching function is displayed on the frontpanel.
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• Push »set up« keys simultaneously and enter code if necessary (change to »set up« mode) • Wait 1 … 2 minutes after the last key was pushed. The TPG 300 then switches automatically back to »sensor« mode (measuring mode). Power on »set point«...
With <set point> you can read cyclically the threshold values and assignments of the switching functions. Assignment of switching function Switching functions Threshold 1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr Lower/upper threshold BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Enter the code with <step> and <funct> if required (→ 26). Quitting the »set up« mode • Switch the mains power switch of the TPG 300 off • Push the <sensor> key (change to »sensor« mode). Power on »set point« mode »sensor«...
0 … 7) (keys) rS (interface) Pn (firmware number) Start test Comments to the table above: • Groups, functions or parameters which do not exist because of the unit configuration will be bypassed. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Measurement unit ( → Filter ( → Interface ( → Parameter storage ( → Test programs ( → Select Function (If existing in this group) Modify Selected Parameter Change to »sensor« Mode ( → BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
When the pressure is dropping, the status changes to »on« at the lower threshold and to »off« at the upper threshold (with rising pressure → 32). Status of switching function Upper Lower Pressure p Threshold BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr Digit Value 1 … 9 digit mantissa) 0 … 9 digit mantissa) -11 … +3 (exponent) Modifications only become effective when the switching function, group or operating mode is changed. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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It is possible to leave a switching function un- assigned (no measuring circuit lamp will flash). The switching function is ineffective. Modifications only become effective when the switching function, group or operating mode is changed. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
«OverRng» «UnderRng» and thus lead the switching function being »on« for a short time. 5.7.4 »Measurement Select the desired measurement unit: Unit« Group mbar 1 2 3 4 A B Torr Torr BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
»Filter Assignment« You can set the filter separately for each individual Function measuring circuit. 1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr Display Filter assignment The cycle depends on the plug-in boards installed. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Fast (16 ms) Medium (160 ms) Slow (1.6 s) Any modification becomes effective immedi- ately. FI 1 fast: The TPG 300 reacts immediately on variations in measurment value. Therefore it is sensitive to unwanted transients. FI 2 normal: Moderate setting.
4 4800 bd 9 9600 The Baud rates for the TPG 300 and any inter- faced computer must be the same. Using a Profibus-DP interface and relay board IF 300P with the TPG 300, the Baud rate must always be set to 9600 Baud (→...
5.7.7 »Parameter The stored parameters are activated when the TPG 300 is switched on. If no parameters have been stored, the Storage« Group unit defaults to the standard parameter set (→ 74). »Parameter Set« Function 1 2 3 4 A B...
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Operation only possible after entering matching code Any number is permissible, except "00 0" and "99 19" (xx = mantissa, yy = exponent on the display). An existing code lock can be reset or modified (→ 48). BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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SA ve u ser ? 1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr SA ve H otstart ? 1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr SA ve d efaults ? Assign Code, store BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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(Assign code, store) 1 2 3 4 A B mbar Torr 0 ... 9 Keep pushed Time for consideration 0 ... 9 Parameter stored 0 ... 19 Storage completed BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Take a note of the valid code number (if assigned) and keep it save. The storage procedure is now completed. The TPG 300 now operates using the new set of pa- rameters. BG 805 970 BE (0306)
5.7.8 »Test Programs« Tests marked with * are carried out automatically when the TPG 300 is switched on. You can also run all tests Group during operation. They do not influence measurements and switching functions. On selecting the group »test programs«, the display will show "dl", the first item on the list of elements to be...
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Modification index (A … Z, -) A program number with a higher modification index will eventually provide additional services. This operating manual is not valid for a more recent program number. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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(dl, rA, EP, EE, Ad, Io, rS, Pn) Test sequences, selected ? Display of results Repeat test ? mbar 1 234AB Torr More tests ? Ad channel select. (AO ... A7) End of test program BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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You can stop the «dI» by pushing <step> and start it again as often as you like. → Detected errors will be reported ( 55). BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
6 Maintenance The TPG 300 requires no maintenance. For mainte- nance of the gauges refer to the respective documents ( → [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7]). Cleaning the TPG 300 Turn the unit off and remove all cables (the mains cable last) before doing any of the work described below.
Replace gauge «So» Stack overflow read the information on 20 and in [1] before performing any manipulations on the plug-in boards Fatal error Fault in measuring circuit (lamp of the corresponding measuring circuit flashes) BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Additional information on relay contact states → [1]. 7.3 Installation Problems Problem Possible cause Correction The control unit cannot be Old rack system Use a rack mount adapter installed into the rack according to DIN 41 494 ( → BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
«no P» is displayed No plug-in board has been Install the appropriate plug-in installed board Incomprehensible Plug-in board not screwed Tighten the screws reading down Contacts contaminated / Clean / carefully straighten con- bent tacts BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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2. Select the code in »set up« mode 3. Read out the code 4. Reinstall the measurement plug-in boards Please read the instructions on 20 and in [1] before performing any manipula- tions on the plug-in boards. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
8 RS232C Interface The serial interface allows communication between the TPG 300 and a computer. A terminal can also be con- nected for test purposes. For RS232C communication the installation of a inter- face and relay plug-in board IF 300A or IF 300B is re- →...
Spaces are ignored. <ETX> (CTRL C) clears the input buffer in the TPG 300. The input is terminated by <CR> or <LF> or <CR><LF> ("end of message"), and evaluation in the TPG 300 is subsequently started. The tables in section 8.3 are applicable to the mnemonics and parameters.
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<CR><LF> "end of message" Error Processing The received strings are validated in the TPG 300. If an error is detected, a negative acknowledgment <NAK> is output. A corresponding flag is set in the ERROR word. Errors can be decoded after the ERROR word has been read.
Store set of parameters Code lock Operation disabling (Code) Program number Program version (firmware version) TPG Identification TPG Identification (plug-in boards) Error status Error status "Send (S)" and "Receive (R)" are referenced to the HOST. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
2 –> Overrange (or) 3 –> Measuring circuit error 4 –> Measuring circuit switched off 5 –> No Hardware Depending on the actual value, the exponent (xx, succeeding sign s) can have one or two digits. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
A > Switching function A B > Switching function B Depending on the actual value, the exponent (xx, succeeding sign s) can have one or two digits For self-monitoring with start-up delay R: <ACK><CR> S: <ENQ> BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Unit of Measurement, S: UNI [,x] <CR>[<LF>] Unit of measurement Pressure Unit x = 1 > «mbar» 2 > «Torr» 3 > «Pa» R: <ACK><CR> S: <ENQ> R: x <CR><LF> Unit of Measurement BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Set of Parameters x = 0 > Default parameters 1 > User parameters 2 > User parameters with immediate start-up (user hot start) R: <ACK><CR><LF> S: <ENQ> R: x <CR><LF> Set of parameters BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Identification R: <ACK><CR> S: <ENQ> R: x,x,x <CR><LF> Identification slot C Identification slot B Identification slot A x = i.e.: NO P (no plug-in board) PI300 Test Program For Pfeiffer Vacuum service center. BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
<ACK> <CR> <LF> Positive acknowledgment <ENQ> Inquiry 1.0E-11, 9.0E-11, 0 <CR> <LF> Threshold values and assignment SPB, 6.8E-3, 9.8E-3, 2 <CR> [<LF>] Modify threshold values of switching function B <ACK> <CR> <LF> Positive acknowledgment BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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<ACK> <CR> <LF> Positive acknowledgment <ENQ> Inquiry 0, 1.3E-4 <CR> <LF> Status and pressure measurement To assist program development, you will find two exam- ples of BASIC programs in the appendix ( → 75). BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
The TPG 300 is able communicate in a Profibus-DP network if the interface and relay board IF 300P is in- stalled in slot C of the TPG 300. The IF 300P features an interface according to Profibus-DP standards and five relay contacts (switching functions and error status).
Mains cable, 2.5 m, plug UK P4564039Y1 Mains cable, 2.5 m, plug CH P4564039YR Blanking panel for measurement boards PT441259 Blanking panel for interface and relay boards PT441017 Adapter kit for desk-top operation of the TPG 300 PT549225-T BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
2000 END Literature www.pfeiffer-vacuum.de Operating Instructions Plug-In Boards for Total Pressure Gauge Controller TPG 300 BG 805 972 BE Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, D–35614 Asslar, Deutschland www.pfeiffer-vacuum.de Operating Instructions Pirani Gauge TPR 010 BG 805 976 BN Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, D–35614 Asslar, Deutschland www.pfeiffer-vacuum.de...
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BG 805 033 BE Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, D–35614 Asslar, Deutschland www.pfeiffer-vacuum.de Communication Protocol Profibus-DP Interface and Relay Board for Total Pressure Gauge Controller TPG 300 BG 803 980 BE Pfeiffer Vacuum GmbH, D–35614 Asslar, Deutschland BG 805 970 BE (0306)
Parameter set Measurement Plug-In Storage Boards Test program selection Measurement range Measuring Accuracy of – G – measurement Gas type dependence 24 Alignment Gauge Gas type dependence24 Switching off Validity of Gauges Displayed Data BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
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Measurement Boards 11 Default 46; 75 Temperature Storage Thresholds Plug-in boards Troubleshooting Identification Error messages Installing/removing Installation Problems 57 Product identification Operating and Profibus interface Calibration Problems 58 Program examples Program Version 2; 52 BG 805 970 BE (0306) TPG 300.oi...
Declaration of Conformity We, Pfeiffer Vacuum hereby declare that the equipment mentioned below complies with the provisions of the Directive relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits 73/23/EEC and the Directive relating to electromagnetic compatibility 89/336/EEC.
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